"The issuance of a show cause notice, by itself, does not amount to determination of the liability of the Petitioner. The allegations and proposals contained
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"Further, the mandatory procedure of Jamatalashi report as contemplated under the Rules of 2003 was not followed. Additionally, the DRM report was submitted after an inordinate
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"The restriction is limited to candidature and casting of vote in an election of Managers, and does not extend to any other activity, including removal
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"The acquired land was situated on the Linkroad from Mohannagar to New Delhi, which was only at a distance of 8 km from Connaught Place,
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"The custody of the Petitioners is without any authorization by the learned Magistrate as he has not taken cognizance and has not passed subsequent remand
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"The consent decree, therefore, cannot furnish a fresh cause of action so as to revive a claim which had already accrued to the appellants and
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"The offences are triable by the Sessions Court, they do not prescribe punishment for life imprisonment or death. The maximum punishment as submitted is
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"Paucity of funds, financial constraints or internal administrative difficulties cannot constitute a legally sustainable defence for withholding admitted contractual dues." Allahabad High Court, in a
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"Section 69 requires proof of two distinct facts: that the attestation of at least one attesting witness is in that witness’s handwriting, and that the
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"These facts clearly establishes that the accused has rebutted the presumptions available in favour of the complainant. However, after such rebuttal, the complainant has not
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"Any direction that requires the offender to undergo imprisonment for life twice over would be anomalous and irrational for it will disregard the fact that
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"Where a foreign national enters India under an authorization or through a legal process such as a valid visa, mere fact that subsequently, such authorization
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"The rigour to find a financial creditor to be a related party under Section 21 read with the second proviso and sub-section (6A)(a), is a
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"The community may entertain such a sentiment when the crime is viewed from the platform of the motive for, or the manner of commission of the crime,
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"It is well settled that the mere establishment of a breach of the insurance policy condition relating to the driving licence does not, by itself,
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"Meaning thereby, there is no requirement in law to issue prior notice to the judgment debtor, in any circumstances, if the execution has been preferred
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"Whatever latitude a persona designata may enjoy in regulating the conduct of proceedings before itself, that latitude operates within the jurisdiction conferred such authority and
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"For determining market value of a tract of land, based on sale consideration of a small piece of land, cut is imposed on account of
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"The accused was fully aware that his speech would reach all sections of society through social and electronic media. Therefore, he deliberately and maliciously outraged
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"The ceiling limit of 50% with the 'extraordinary circumstances' exception, is the just balance—what is termed as the 'Goldilocks solution'—i.e. the solution containing the right
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"Any direction that requires the offender to undergo imprisonment for life twice over would be anomalous and irrational for it will disregard the fact that
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"Where a foreign national enters India under an authorization or through a legal process such as a valid visa, mere fact that subsequently, such authorization
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"The rigour to find a financial creditor to be a related party under Section 21 read with the second proviso and sub-section (6A)(a), is a
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"Read together, we are of the opinion that the withdrawal of an application can only be till the CoC approves the plan and after it
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"This Court is not only the Court of law but also a Court of equity and the relief has been granted after balancing the interests
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"The approval of the appropriate Government is not of the mere requisition made, by a Cooperative Society. It should be for the scheme; not one
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"The limitation provided for raising a dispute is one year from the date on which the list of wakfs are published under Section 5(2)... Obviously, there
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"The word 'manufacture' is not defined in the Act, and it is neither safe nor permissible in law to advert to and adopt the connotation
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"The investigation and prosecuting agencies exist not merely to, and by whatever means bring in a conviction. They should recognize themselves to be essential stakeholders in
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"Access simpliciter, thus cannot be conditioned with a prior satisfaction, since without such access, the Registrar cannot enter upon a satisfaction." Supreme Court, in a
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"The observation of the learned Judge that it was for the applicant to approach the Civil Court for a declaration to set aside the decree
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"In cases of electricity theft, for seeking restoration of the supply of electricity disconnected under sub-section (1A) of Section 135 of the 2003 Act, the
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"If the appellants are not permitted to assail such finding in the appellate proceedings, the same shall come in their way, if an independent proceeding is
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"The power of the constitutional Courts to exercise judicial review, though deferential in election matters, cannot be said to be wholly negated when the discharge of
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"Thus, for applicability of Section 3(2)(va) of SC & ST Act, the offence committed must be the one specified in the Schedule. Offences punishable under Sections 420
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Supreme Court held that an accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 is entitled to regular bail where he has undergone nearly
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"The circumstances of the case including the nature of the offence and the character of the offender should be the reigning factor in deciding as
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"The grant of Samman Nidhi discharges an obligation of gratitude that has its source in the Constitution itself. That obligation is one of recognition, not compensation.
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"Considering the circumstances on record, in our view, the appellants are entitled to the relief claimed under Section 482 of the BNSS." Supreme Court, in an
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"While party autonomy is the heart and soul of arbitration law, the question whether a party is bound to proceed for arbitration before the forum where the
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"The issuance of a show cause notice, by itself, does not amount to determination of the liability of the Petitioner. The allegations and proposals contained
read more
"Further, the mandatory procedure of Jamatalashi report as contemplated under the Rules of 2003 was not followed. Additionally, the DRM report was submitted after an inordinate
read more
"The restriction is limited to candidature and casting of vote in an election of Managers, and does not extend to any other activity, including removal
read more
"The acquired land was situated on the Linkroad from Mohannagar to New Delhi, which was only at a distance of 8 km from Connaught Place,
read more
"The custody of the Petitioners is without any authorization by the learned Magistrate as he has not taken cognizance and has not passed subsequent remand
read more
"The consent decree, therefore, cannot furnish a fresh cause of action so as to revive a claim which had already accrued to the appellants and
read more
"The offences are triable by the Sessions Court, they do not prescribe punishment for life imprisonment or death. The maximum punishment as submitted is
read more
"Paucity of funds, financial constraints or internal administrative difficulties cannot constitute a legally sustainable defence for withholding admitted contractual dues." Allahabad High Court, in a
read more
"Section 69 requires proof of two distinct facts: that the attestation of at least one attesting witness is in that witness’s handwriting, and that the
read more
"These facts clearly establishes that the accused has rebutted the presumptions available in favour of the complainant. However, after such rebuttal, the complainant has not
read more
"The community may entertain such a sentiment when the crime is viewed from the platform of the motive for, or the manner of commission of the crime,
read more
"It is well settled that the mere establishment of a breach of the insurance policy condition relating to the driving licence does not, by itself,
read more
"Meaning thereby, there is no requirement in law to issue prior notice to the judgment debtor, in any circumstances, if the execution has been preferred
read more
"Whatever latitude a persona designata may enjoy in regulating the conduct of proceedings before itself, that latitude operates within the jurisdiction conferred such authority and
read more
"For determining market value of a tract of land, based on sale consideration of a small piece of land, cut is imposed on account of
read more
"The accused was fully aware that his speech would reach all sections of society through social and electronic media. Therefore, he deliberately and maliciously outraged
read more
"The ceiling limit of 50% with the 'extraordinary circumstances' exception, is the just balance—what is termed as the 'Goldilocks solution'—i.e. the solution containing the right
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"The Evidence Act does not contemplate or permit the proof of an electronic record by oral evidence, if requirements under Section 65B of the Indian
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"A declaratory decree merely declares the right of the decree-holder vis-à-vis the judgment-debtor and does not in terms direct the judgment-debtor to do or refrain
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"Restoration of possession in this case cannot be allowed by exercising inherent power when alternative remedy is available." Calcutta High Court, in a recent ruling,
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Repeal of 135-Year-Old Law: Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026 Mandates Technology-Neutral Proof for Digital Banking Records
The Indian legal
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The Juvenile Justice system in India has evolved significantly over the years, reflecting the changing societal values and international commitments towards the rights of children. The Juvenile
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Cross-examination is a critical component of the adversarial legal system, particularly in India, where it serves as a powerful tool for truth discovery. The process allows the
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In the Indian legal system, judgments play a crucial role in shaping jurisprudence and guiding future cases. These judgments can be classified into two primary categories: reportable and non-reportable.
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The introduction of "The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023", "The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023", and "The Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023" marks a significant milestone in the Indian legal framework,
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